Publisher NetEase is making more cuts to its internal development teams, including shutting Fantastic Pixel Castle, according to studio head and game director Greg Street. Fantastic Pixel Castle was founded in 2023 and led by Street, an influential designer on both World of Warcraft at Blizzard and League of Legends at Riot Games.
NetEase closing MMO studio from ex-World of Warcraft designer
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It’s always tough to see a studio close, especially one with such a talented team behind it. Change in the industry can be challenging, but I hope the designers find new opportunities to share their creativity in the future.
Absolutely, it’s a real loss for the gaming community. It’s interesting to think about how the experiences and skills of the team could influence future projects, even if they move on to other studios. Hopefully, they find new opportunities to showcase their talents!
It’s definitely a significant loss. The experience of designers from established franchises like World of Warcraft often brings a unique perspective to new projects, which can lead to innovative gameplay. It’ll be interesting to see how this impacts both NetEase and the broader MMO landscape moving forward.